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I Saw the TV Glow
I Saw the TV Glow… that’s definitely an art film, with a thorough undercurrent of existential dread and perception-twisting ideation. When I saw the trailer for this, I was already all in for it. It looked different, and it dealt with something I’m well-acquainted with: a bizarre relationship with a TV show. What you couldn’t…
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V/H/S/Beyond
As expected, V/H/S/Beyond had a bunch of pretty good segments, one that was completely silly (but still well done for that flavor), and at least one that was absolutely excellent (that one will vary depending on what you like in your found footage fare). I’ve come to really look forward to the (now) yearly V/H/S/…
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Salem’s Lot (2024)
Well, Salem’s Lot… that definitely wasn’t full of sexy vampires, as promised. It’s been a long time since I revisited the original Salem’s Lot made-for-tv movie from 1979. And I can’t remember anything about the theatrically released follow-up to that Return to Salem’s Lot. But I do remember the 2004 mini-series a little bit… mostly…
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Snack Shack
Snack Shack… well… that wasn’t the silly nostalgic summer comedy I expected from the trailer. I mean, it started out that way, sure. With all the fast-paced banter and shenanigans and whatnot that one would expect, even in a story like this set in Nebraska. I remember 1991… and this film feels enough like it…
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We Interrupt This Broadcast…
It’s been a while since there have been any updates here at all. So long, in fact, that the old theme kind of ran out of compatibility. There’ll be a new one eventually. Until then, things will looks a bit… disheveled. Sorry about that. But! There is a plan to add more content more regularly…
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Aquaman
Now that I’ve seen Aquaman, I can say that the DCEU has two movies worth watching. One more like this and, maybe, I’ll consider going to the theater to see one again.
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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Into the Spider-Verse managed to dodge every bullet possible. It most certainly earned every award it was nominated for and each it won. Everything about this film is wonderful and very much “Spider-Man” in the best ways.
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The Favourite
All the awards buzz was well deserved. But this is still a very odd little film.
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Hush
With a bare bones load, the story still carries a solid amount of tension, interesting character bits, and a solidly disturbing atmosphere.
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Gerald’s Game
Just based on the strength of the cast and crew, though, I had a feeling it was going to be pretty solid. I was not disappointed. It’s very much a Stephen King story… and one that fits great with director/co-screenwriter Mike Flanagan’s style.
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Party Girl
It’s not a great movie, but it is definitely an artifact of its time and it definitely has some good performances in it. It’s also got a heavy nod to the early-mid 90s NYC club scene. Oh, and Parky Posey stars in it… which, right there, is enough that it should have been on my…
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Electra Woman and Dyna Girl
As expected, it was light and fun, with a couple of very solid moments. Nothing ground breaking, but distinctly entertaining in the kind of self-aware style I’d expected.
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